Kathmandu – A photography exhibition showcasing China’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, urban development and people’s daily lives through the lenses of Nepali photojournalists was held here Wednesday to mark the International Day of Photography and the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the China Cultural Centre in Nepal.
The exhibition, titled “China – Through the Eyes of Nepali Photojournalists “ was jointly organized by the National Forum of Photojournalists (NFPJ) Nepal and the China Cultural Centre in Nepal at Hanumandhoka Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu.
The exhibition featured photographs taken by Nepali photojournalists during their visits and exchanges in China over the past decade. The works presented China’s landscapes, cultural traditions, historical heritage, economic development and everyday life, offering a visual perspective of China through the eyes of Nepali media professionals.
Addressing the opening ceremony, Liu Zhanping, Deputy Director of the China Cultural Centre in Nepal, said the exhibition provided an opportunity for Nepali audiences to see different aspects of China through photographs captured by Nepali photojournalists during their visits.
He said the images showcased China’s geographical diversity, natural beauty, trade, religion, culture, heritage and development, adding that such cultural programs would contribute to further strengthening people-to-people ties between Nepal and China.
Mohammad Shafiqure Rahman, ambassador of Bangladesh to Nepal and chief guest at the event, said bringing photographs of Nepal and China together in an exhibition sent a positive message and could contribute to strengthening friendship and cultural exchanges among countries.
Zhang Yue, Chief reporter of China Central Television, said cooperation among photojournalists and media professionals from Nepal and China would further contribute to strengthening bilateral relations.
She thanked the Nepali photojournalists whose works were featured in the exhibition, saying their efforts and creativity had provided an opportunity for audiences to understand China from the perspective of Nepali photographers.
Sunil Sharma, acting director of the Nepal Tourism Board, said cooperation between Nepali and Chinese photojournalists could play an important role in expanding tourism and professional ties between the two countries.
He said photography provided an effective platform to introduce China’s tourism destinations and cultural identity to Nepali audiences while creating opportunities for greater professional exchange between photographers from the two countries.
Pradeep Raj Onta, president of NFPJ Nepal, said photography plays an important role in strengthening friendship, mutual understanding and cultural relations between the two countries. He added NFPJ Nepal would continue to promote cooperation among photojournalists from Nepal, China, Bangladesh and other countries, using photography as a medium to deepen cultural understanding and international people-to-people exchanges.
The one-day exhibition was open to the public free of charge and attracted photojournalists, photographers, media professionals, representatives of various organizations, tourism-sector stakeholders, Chinese institutions in Nepal, students and teachers of the Confucius Institute, tourists and local residents.
The displayed photographs, covering China’s natural landscapes, cultural traditions, historical heritage and modern development, drew considerable attention from visitors.
The China Cultural Centre in Nepal, established in 2015, has organized a range of cultural and people-to-people exchange activities over the past decade, providing a platform for greater understanding and friendship between the peoples of Nepal and China.
As part of its 10th anniversary celebrations, the center is also organizing supporting activities, including the “My Story with China” essay contest, continuing its efforts to promote understanding through communication and strengthen friendship through cooperation.
